Jackson County Animal Shelter in Jefferson, Georgia
About Jackson County Animal Shelter
Jackson County Animal Shelter is an animal shelter in Jefferson, Jackson County, Georgia. It is registered with the IRS as a tax-exempt organization, recognized in 2000. The nearest other listed shelter or rescue is The Humane Society of Jackson County, about 1.6 mi away.
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34.09547, -83.57235
What Jackson County Animal Shelter does
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- Pet adoption Not available
- Accepts owner surrenders Not available
- Lost and found pets Not available
- Foster program Not available
- Volunteer program Not available
- Spay and neuter clinic Not available
- Vaccination clinic Not available
- Microchipping Not available
- No-kill (stated) Not available
- Wheelchair accessible Not available
- Dogs Not available
- Cats Not available
- Rabbits and small animals Not available
- Birds Not available
- Reptiles Not available
- Horses Not available
- Farm animals Not available
- Wildlife Not available
Nearby shelters and rescues
- The Humane Society of Jackson County98 College St, Jefferson, GAHumane society1.6 mi
- Clover Run Rescue268 Brockton Loop, Jefferson, GAAnimal rescue2.4 mi
- Frankie and Andys Place653 Gainesville Hwy, Winder, GAAnimal shelter9.2 mi
- Pup and Cat CoWinder, GAAnimal shelter11 mi
- Athens Area Humane Society1030 Mitchell Bridge Rd, Athens, GAHumane society13 mi
- Saving Barrow County Animal Control Pets616 Barrow Park Dr, Winder, GAAnimal control13 mi
- Barrow County Animal Shelter616 Barrow Park Drive, Winder, GAAnimal shelter13 mi
- Athens Area Humane Society191 Alps Rd, Athens, GAHumane society14 mi
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Where is Jackson County Animal Shelter located?
Jackson County Animal Shelter is at 29 Galilee Church Rd, Jefferson, GA 30549 in Jackson County.
What are the hours of Jackson County Animal Shelter?
No opening hours are on record. Call at (706) 367-5480 or check its website before visiting; many shelters keep separate hours for adoptions, intake and lost-pet searches.
How do I adopt from Jackson County Animal Shelter?
Start on a.co, where most shelters and rescues list their adoptable animals and application form. Expect an application, a meeting with the animal and an adoption fee, which usually covers spay or neuter surgery, first vaccinations and a microchip.
Can I surrender a pet to Jackson County Animal Shelter?
Call the shelter before you bring an animal in. Many shelters and most rescues take owner surrenders by appointment only, some charge a surrender fee, and some keep a waiting list. Ask whether they offer a rehoming program or pet food and vet assistance first; many surrenders can be avoided with short-term help. The municipal animal control shelter is usually required to accept animals from residents of its city or county.
Are donations to Jackson County Animal Shelter tax-deductible?
Jackson County Animal Shelter matches an IRS record for a tax-exempt animal welfare organization (EIN 58-2462523). Donations to 501(c)(3) charities are usually tax-deductible; ask the organization for a receipt. Many shelters also post a wish list of supplies they need.
Related guides
- Pet Adoption Fees ExplainedTypical adoption fees for dogs, cats and other pets, what the fee usually covers, and why prices differ between shelters and rescues.
- Shelter vs Rescue vs Humane SocietyHow municipal shelters, humane societies, SPCAs and foster-based rescues differ in funding, intake and adoption.
- How to Help an Animal ShelterDonations that shelters actually need, volunteering, fostering, sharing adoptable pets and other ways to help without adopting.
- How to Adopt a DogWhere to look, how the application, meet-and-greet and home check work, what it costs, and how to pick a dog that fits your life.